Ashley Purdin

Born In Olathe, KS

Lives & works in Paola, KS

 

Ashley's love for all things horses and art started in her childhood.  She was always fascinated by the look, movement and power of the horse.  In her early teens she began to hone her skills as an artist and horsewoman. 

 

As her career as a horse trainer and clinician began to take off, Ashley's art took a back seat.  It wasn't until summer of 2020 when Ashley went through a severe depressive episode that her art resurfaced.  

 

That summer, she received a diagnosis of Bipolar I (Manic Depressive Disorder).  As part of her therapeutic activities, she chose to dive back into her art.  

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Her bold color choices along with the soulful expressions in each of her subjects, juxtaposes the light and darkness that Ashley has experienced in her own life.  

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It is her desire that her works bring joy to first herself and then to others.  Her works are shared throughout private homes as well as on social media.